Discover the natural wonders of the Sea of Cortez on an expedition aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird. In the company of marine biologists, experience up-close encounters with gray whale mothers and their calves after they have migrated to the inlets of Bahía Magdalena. Hop into a motorized landing craft to encounter wildlife up close, from whales to bottlenose dolphins. Follow naturalists on hikes amid barrel cacti, and snorkel among playful sea lions.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

·         Experience awe-inspiring encounters with gray whales as you explore with a team of naturalists.

·         Go snorkeling among acrobatic sea lions, brilliant blue damselfish, and schools of king angelfish.

·         Kayak through thick mangroves on the lookout for a variety of bird species including magnificent frigatebirds.

·         Hike pristine, wind-sculpted sand dunes and an other-worldly forest of gigantic cacti.